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Verb
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The figures aren’t necessarily idealized forms though.—
Emilie Hardman,
JSTOR Daily,
6 May 2026 -
Unlike some of his artistic peers, who idealized studios and showcases in New York or Europe, Chambers never wanted to leave Altadena.—
Christopher Buchanan,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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Caucuses are often romanticized as a crucial engine of grassroots democracy.—
Doug Friednash,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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To be sure, educational systems need to be reformed, not romanticized.—
Megan Thiele Strong,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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Often, fires are depicted in an overly dramatic or glamorized way, but each home represents a person’s life.—
TIME Photo Department,
Time,
23 Dec. 2025
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My journey will be publicized and glamorized, but my evolution process is sacred to me.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
23 Dec. 2025
Verb
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This hit, however, has been softened by the fact that Robinhood has succeeded in growing other business lines, notably banking and prediction markets, allowing its overall revenue to remain steady.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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When the roasted oysters arrive, their usual brininess is softened by a fragrant coconut curry and sharp Asiago cheese.—
Natalie Hoy,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
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To start your day in a healthier way, choose unsweetened or lightly sweetened coffee drinks and higher-protein options, such as an omelet, Greek yogurt parfait, or high-protein overnight oats.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
30 Apr. 2026
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And cacao, originally used in ceremonies honoring the gods, became popular after it was sweetened when the Spanish conquered Mexico in the early 1500s.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Heroicized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heroicized. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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